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A prominent 400+ room full-service hotel in Vancouver is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Engineering to lead all aspects of physical plant operations, asset protection, and capital planning. This is a senior leadership role within a large, complex operation that includes extensive guestrooms, public areas, food and beverage outlets, and significant meeting and event space. The Director of Engineering will oversee building systems performance, life safety compliance, sustainability initiatives, and long-term infrastructure strategy while ensuring flawless day-to-day execution. The successful candidate will bring both technical expertise and strong people leadership balancing operational discipline with forward-thinking planning in a high-volume hospitality environment. Description Provide full leadership and accountability for the daily operations of the Engineering Department Oversee HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems across a 400+ room property Direct and enhance preventive maintenance programs to protect revenue-generating areas and minimize downtime Manage and optimize the hotels Energy Management System (DDC) and utility usage to drive efficiency and sustainability Develop and manage the annual POMEC budget and lead execution of the Capital Plan Lead large-scale capital projects, renovations, and product upgrades with strong project governance Ensure strict compliance with fire, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards Manage vendor contracts, supplier relationships, and service agreements Oversee work order systems, maintenance documentation, certifications, and inspections Lead scheduling, payroll, training, development, and performance management for the Engineering team Partner closely with Operations, Housekeeping, and F&B leadership to protect asset integrity and guest experience Serve as the property lead in emergency preparedness and crisis management Requirements 5+ years of progressive hotel engineering leadership experience, preferably within a large-scale full-service property 3rd Class Stationary Engineer certification strongly preferred Proven experience managing engineering teams in a high-volume hotel environment Deep expertise in HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems Demonstrated success leading capital projects and major renovations Strong experience in preventive maintenance programming and energy management Financially astute with budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control experience Strong troubleshooting capabilities with a calm, solutions-oriented leadership style Highly organized with exceptional communication and team development skills Corporate Culture Comprehensive health and dental benefits Company-matched RRSP Paid vacation On-site parking Brand partner discounts This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically skilled and operationally disciplined engineering leader who understands the scale, complexity, and accountability that comes with managing a large, high-profile hospitality asset. Contact Carmen x5 or submit your resume in confidence below.